Product Highlights

High Performance Full HD 1/3-inch CMOS SensorsAt the heart of the GY-HM850 are three 1/3-inch 2.07 effective-megapixel CMOS sensors, each capable of capturing full HD 1920 x 1080 resolution images. Featuring 12 bit read-out, an excellent sensitivity of F12 (50Hz) and a remarkable signal-to-noise ratio, the devices provide superior precision and color reproduction with minimal aberration. For improved CMOS sensor performance, flash-band compensation is also supported.

Newly-developed 20x Fujinon Auto Focus Zoom Lens with Manual FunctionsThe GY-HM850 is equipped with a newly-developed Fujinon wide-angle 20x zoom lens offering one of the highest magnifications in the industry. For superior low-light performance and assured brightness at the tele end, the lens offers F1.6-3.0, a focal range of 29mm-580mm (35mm equivalent) and includes servo zoom, along with manual focus and iris rings. Optical image stabilizer and chromatic aberration correction are also built into this interchangeable 1/3-inch bayonet mount lens. The built-in Optical Image Stabilizer (OIS) helps to correct lateral and vertical movement of the camera, ensuring that pristine HD images remain sharp and stable. For users who prefer a manual lens, JVC offers a wide range of Fujinon and Canon lenses compatible with this camera.

Outstanding sensitivity, LoLux™ functionThe GY-HM850 produces outstanding images under a wide range of lighting conditions. Minimum illumination is less than 1 lux: 0.15lx (typical)*. JVC's exclusive LoLux feature permits shooting in adverse lighting conditions. LoLux can be assigned to a USER button, and set in the menu to offer +30dB or +36dB of gain. A convenient gain switch provides default gain values of -6dB, 0dB, +9dB. These switch positions can be adjusted to various gain amounts from -6dB to +24dB. An ALC mode is also available to boost gain values from +6dB to +24dB. Standard sensitivity of the GY-HM850 is measured at F12@2,000 lux*(1920 x 1080 mode, F1.6, Lolux mode, 1/30 or 1/25 shutter

Revolutionary FALCONBRID™ Dual Codec Image Processing EngineFALCONBRID™ is JVC's high-speed processor for advanced video applications. Delivering tremendous processing power on a single chip, the on-board FALCONBRID™ engine processes large amounts of video data at exceptional speeds. Together with this technology, superior image quality has been realised with 2D DNR processing and compensation circuitry for wide dynamic range. The GY-HM850 utilises dual codec FALCONBRID™ processors that make it possible to record full HD to a memory card, and stream live video to the web simultaneously. The camera is also capable of recording to two memory cards in two resolutions, one in full HD and one in SD, or to a smaller web-friendly file. Depending on connection speed, the smaller files can often be transferred faster than real time for delivery to websites or file-sharing services.

Multiple File Formats for Native WorkflowsRecord HD or SD footage directly in ready-to-edit QuickTime™ MOV files, the native file format of Apple's Final Cut Pro™. Native file recording ensures your footage is ready to edit the moment it's shot, resulting in a more efficient workflow and no loss of image quality. For direct editing in other major NLE systems such as Avid Media Composer, Adobe Premiere and Grass Valley Edius Pro, it is also possible to record XDCAM EX™ compatible MP4 files for a likewise seamless native workflow. *H.264 SD MOV file can be edited by Grass Valley Edius Pro

Support for MXF Files with Rich MetadataA highly efficient file-based workflow is essential to any modern news organization. To ensure file interoperability with the widest range of broadcast production tools, JVC has worked with the Advanced Media Workflow Association (AMWA) on its "AS-10: MXF for Production," establishing a common MXF file format for an end-to-end news production workflow. MXF files are embedded with rich descriptive metadata that is added before, during or after shooting. The AS-10 MXF format builds on the SMPTE RDD 9, the MXF interoperability specification of Sony MPEG Long GOP Products (XDCAM HD.)

Network Connectivity for Next-Level FunctionalityThe GY-HM850 is equipped with a USB 2.0 host connector that supports an optional wired or wireless (Wi-Fi) network adapter, or a broadband 3G/4G USB Stick. Through connection to a LAN, WAN or internet, various wireless communications functions are available:Wireless remote control (with remote viewing) using smartphone, tablet or PCMetadata import and editingSecure FTP file (clip) uploadingSimple streaming (UDP or TCP) to single IP addressAdvanced streaming with ARQ/FEC to cloud or physical server

4-Channel Audio SystemThe GY-HM850 is equipped with two XLR audio inputs that are switchable between microphone (with phantom power support) and line input, plus stereo AUX inputs. The audio from each of these inputs can be assigned to an independent channel, enabling commentary or narration to be added in the field. Versatile input switching and independent channel assignment allow both mic and line-level sources (such as wireless receivers) to be connected, and phantom power is available on each XLR connector independently. Audio recording levels are controlled automatically or manually, with an audio level meter in the viewfinder and LCD monitor for easy monitoring.

Genlock Input and Time Code In/OutFor multi-camera productions, the GY-HM850 provides a genlock input and TC input/output. Time codes can be preset from within the GY-HM850's menu, or can be input from an external time code generator, useful in isocam recording applications. The GY-HM850 can also be used as a master TC generator, providing a time code output for other cameras or audio recorders to synchronize to. When using the KA-F790 fiber transceiver, external time code may be provided from a master generator at the base station and becomes available through the camera's time code output as well as for iso recording onto SDHC cards.

The connection to a network will be made by the USB Host Port of the camcorder (on the right back end side of the camcorder). Please select the device which you are going to use: WIFI dongle / 3G/4G dongle or a CAT Network adapter.The Adapter you going to be use must be a registered Adapter (see attached compatible list), cause all of these Adapter needs dedicate drivers, which to be implemented into the camcorder.In the case for LTE adapters, there must be done a pre-set of these dongles in your local PC first!

Recommendation for WIFI USB Adapters (EU only)

Please Note: Sometimes the Manufacturers change the Revision of the Chip-sets, but product name not changed, we can´t track such issues so may its possible that such a dongles even its mentioned here, may not work. The Adapters below are work able in the 2,4 GHz and 5 GHz infrastructure.

WIFI Dongle 1

Sitecom WLA.1001

WIFI Dongle 2

EnGenius EUB1200AC /Realtek RTL8812AU

WIFI Dongle 3

ASUS USB1200AC /Realtek RTL8812AU

WIFI Dongle 4

D-LINK DWA-172 (revA1) /Realtek RTL8811AU

WIFI Dongle 5

EDIMAX EW-781UTC /Realtek RTL8811AU

WIFI Dongle 6

D-LINK DWA-171(revA1) /Realtek 8811AU

WIFI Dongle 7

TP-LINK Archer T4U /AC1200 Realtek8811AU not T4U V2.0 AC1300!!

WIFI Dongle 8

Wideland (over Amazon) ACWIFI DEWIFIC001A

Recommendation for Ethernet adapters

Ethernet Dongle 1

EDIMAX EU-4208

Ethernet Dongle 2

Sitecom LN-030 V2 not Sitecom LN-030 V3

Ethernet Dongle 3

Hamlet HNU2GTX

Ethernet Dongle 4

D-LINK DUB-E100 (rev C1)

Ethernet Dongle 5

Recommendation for 3G/4G (LTE) Adapters

Dear Customer, for the most countries we have a recommendation of adapters, please download our info sheet for LTE support, below you find a special recommendation, which should work in the most countries.